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jwmcoaching's review against another edition
2.0
2 1/2 stars. This is an okay, intermittently entertaining novel that is much more interesting for the history lesson that it provides than the mystery in its plot. It's fun to read a novel that is set where you live and the thriller aspects are thrilling at times; otherwise, this a standard, pretty typical mystery novel. If it weren't for the history about the Sand Creek massacre at its center, I probably wouldn't even have finished it.
dollycas's review against another edition
4.0
Catherine McLeod works for The Journal in Denver. She is covering a story about the Arapaho and Cheyenne tribes filing to reclaim their 27 million acres of land. Someone doesn't want her to know the details of this deal because she becomes the target of an assassin. She has narrowly escaped his attacks as she continues to uncover many secrets about a conspiracy that leads way back into the past and the founding of Denver itself. She also learns about her own heritage.
My Thoughts:
I enjoyed this book very much not only for the current mystery but the immense amount of Native American history contained in this story. At times it was a little hard to follow, but after reading this book I did a little research into the treaty and it can be very hard to understand on its own. Coel's ability to wrap a entire story around it is masterful. The author is a historian and said to be an expert in the Arapaho Indians and it shines through clearly in her work. I am sure that is why her other series is so successful as well.
My Thoughts:
I enjoyed this book very much not only for the current mystery but the immense amount of Native American history contained in this story. At times it was a little hard to follow, but after reading this book I did a little research into the treaty and it can be very hard to understand on its own. Coel's ability to wrap a entire story around it is masterful. The author is a historian and said to be an expert in the Arapaho Indians and it shines through clearly in her work. I am sure that is why her other series is so successful as well.
lshykula's review against another edition
3.0
Although I didn't like the protagonist too much, the story moved at a quick pace and kept me interested. Except I guessed who had ordered the contract on her right away.
jmadey's review against another edition
2.0
A book club read. I had major issues with several parts of the plot. The writing/craft was not great. I'll save my more detailed thoughts for our book club discussion. Overall, do not recommend.
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